Plateau Food Tour (Back in May)

RATED 5 on 5Duration: 2.5 hours (1.5km of walking)Includes: 5 food stops incl. a Schwartz’s smoked meat sandwich and craft ciderCost: (closed for winter, back in spring) Starting at 55$ CAD + ticketing fees and taxesTimes: (closed for winter, back in spring) Starts approximately at 11:30 AMThe Plateau is an ever-popular, vibrant neighbourhood with classic eateries and new, hip places to visit. Discover this exciting neighbourhood with us and taste all its best food! **Closed for the winter season! We invite you to take the Old Montreal Food Tour!**

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE PLATEAU & ‘THE MAIN’ FOOD TOUR?

One-of-a-Kind Food Tasting – On our 2 hour tour of the famous Plateau Mont-Royal neighbourhood, we invite you to taste the best of the old and the new. Visit the restaurants that have become beloved Montreal institutions like Schwartz’s deli with its world-renown smoked meat and Du Rosaire’s delicious traditional Portuguese natas. We visit the new popular bars and restaurants that have turned into instant Plateau hot spots. We explore this new generation of eateries with our first stop at Épicerie Hao that serves unique steamed buns inspired by small Tokyo counter restaurants. We explore the history behind Jewish food at Cafe Fletcher, and finish off the tour with local cheeses and refreshing craft cider at the hip and beautiful Bar Darling. All food tastings are included in the ticket price. We even throw in a water bottle to keep you hydrated. For more details on the tasting locations, please see the column on the right.

Historic & Cultural Experience – The Plateau Mont-Royal is a beautiful place to stroll through with its colourful buildings and vibrant culture. There’s a piece of history on every street corner. Your knowledgeable tour guide walks you through the history of the Portuguese and Jewish communities that made this neighbourhood what it is today. We walk up the lively Saint-Laurent street, also known as The Main, and explore its industrial past. We’ll have a taste of the high-end Asian eateries beginning to blossom on Rachel street and even take a peek at the legendary songwriter Leonard Cohen’s former house. Take in and learn about the various murals found throughout the area and the local artists who created them. The Plateau Mont-Royal is a central neighbourhood in Montreal and is home to many of the city’s best cafes, bars, art, and restaurants. Explore this unique neighbourhood through its delicious food and let us show you what makes the Plateau tick!

WHO SHOULD TAKE THE PLATEAU & ‘THE MAIN’ FOOD TOUR?

The Plateau Mont-Royal Food Tour is perfect for locals and visitors alike. It’s for anyone who’s interested in history, getting to know Montreal better, and especially those who love good food! We invite all tourists, hardcore foodies, less hardcore foodies, anyone looking to expand their palate, couples, friends, and you! Not only is the Plateau Food Tour a great activity, it’s also a unique gift idea. Perfect for occasions such as: birthdays, team building events, anniversaries, bachelor/bachelorette parties, or simply just getting together with friends to have a tasty time. Whether you’re coming from far away or live down the street, we guarantee that our Plateau tour will be both memorable and fun to participate in. Our visitors walk away happy, with a greater appreciation for Montreal, and, of course, with a full stomach!

**Dietary and Age Restrictions – We are happy to say that we can accommodate vegetarians and those who are gluten-free on the Plateau Food Tour. Unfortunately, given the nature of our food stops, we cannot accommodate vegans. We invite vegans to try our equally exciting Mile End Montreal Food Tour where we can offer vegan dishes. The tour is also 18+ given our stop at Bar Darling where children are not permitted. We invite families with children to try our other food tours, especially our popular Evening Mile End Food Tour which lasts 2 hours and includes ice cream!

WHY TAKE THE PLATEAU & ‘THE MAIN’ FOOD TOUR?

The Plateau Mont-Royal is a world-famous neighbourhood filled with artists, cute cafes, interesting shops, delicious restaurants and a lively nightlife. It’s truly one of the hippest neighbourhoods in North America with a mix of classic institutions and a flourishing scene of new establishments and eateries opening up all around. You’ll have the opportunity to meet the other wonderful participants from around the world as well as your friendly guide who can offer their own recommendations for things to do in Montreal. It’s the perfect way to spend a day meeting new people, tasting delicious food, and discovering the best of Montreal from a local’s perspective.

READY TO BUY TICKETS?

Ready to join us on The Plateau Mont-Royal Food Tour? Great! Call us at 438-600-0501or click “Buy Tickets” to purchase your tickets online. We look forward to meeting you and showing you around the hippest sector of Montreal!

ENOUGH FOOD?If you’re an early bird, we suggest you have a small breakfast before coming. If not, you can also skip your breakfast and come directly to the food tour. Our first meal is a steamed bun sandwich!

SALE DEADLINETickets must be purchased before 10 am on each given tour date. We recommend to book your tickets in advance as most of the tours tend to get sold out.

MEETING POINTWe meet at 255 Rue Rachel E (Épicerie Hao). Further details will be included in your ticket.

PARKINGThere are some parking spots available on the streets near Épicerie Hao. We recommend public transportation.